Snapshot for March 13,2026: City Council meeting agenda, hybrid public meetings, summer camps, and more!

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San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights

The San Rafael City Council will be meeting on Monday, March 16, at San Rafael City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue.

Meeting Details:

Closed Session: Begins at 5:30 p.m., in the Third Floor Conference Room, for public employee appointment and conference with labor negotiators.

Regular Meeting: Begins at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers

City Manager and Councilmember Reports:

• Reports from the City Manager and Councilmembers, including updates on meetings and conferences attended.

Consent Calendar Highlights:

• Approval of minutes of the Special Closed Session and Regular City Council Meetings of March 2, 2026

• Resolution rescinding Resolutions 13483 and 13558 and adopting a new Citywide records retention schedule

• Resolution authorizing temporary street closures in San Rafael for the special events of May Madness and Farmers' Market in downtown

• Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with BKF Engineers to provide design services for the 2025-2026 Pavement Management Program Curb Ramp and Striping Project

• Resolution adopting an updated integrated pest management policy

Public Hearings:

• Introduction of an ordinance adding Chapter 2.09 to Title 2 of the Municipal Code to require electronic and paperless filing of Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) campaign disclosure statements

• General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report highlighting progress on the policies and programs identified in the City's General Plan and progress toward meeting its share of the Regional Housing Need Allocation (RHNA)

Other Agenda Items:

• Update on the Encampment Resolution Fund Round 3 Grant and 350 Merrydale Interim Shelter Project and discussion regarding the proposed operational framework

• Resolution authorizing the City Manager to procure electric vehicle charging equipment through a Sourcewell cooperative purchasing agreement and authorizing supplemental budget appropriations within the capital improvement funds supported by additional grant funding secured for the project

View the full agendaand watch the meeting online via Zoom or YouTube. Participate in person or submit public comments ahead of the meeting by emailing [email protected].

Hybrid Council Meetings are Coming to City Hall!

San Rafael Honored for Downtown Library Renovation

The City of San Rafael has received an American Public Works Association (APWA) award for the Downtown Carnegie Library renovation, recognizing it as the top "Historical Restoration/Preservation Project (under $5 million)" in the APWA NorCal Chapter.

The renovation modernized the historic building with $3 million in accessibility and infrastructure upgrades, plus enhanced community spaces and additional restrooms-making the library more welcoming, comfortable, and usable for everyone.

San Rafael celebrated the project with a grand reopening in September 2025, welcoming residents back into the renewed Carnegie Library. This work was funded through state library grants and private donations that helped bring the vision to life.

Make the Most of Summer with Library and Recreation

Summer in San Rafael is all about memories - pool days, new friends, and trying something fun for the first time. The City of San Rafael's Recreation and Child Care Division has you covered with activities for the whole family.

From swim lessons and cooking classes to science activities, gaga ball, and birthday parties at the park or pool, there is something for every child. Explore the Recreation Division's wide variety of programs on our Summer Camps page.

Looking for a traditional day camp experience? Kids Camp, offered through the Child Care Division, provides an action-packed summer with exciting field trips and swim trips.

• Camps are located at Vallecito and Lucas Valley (Miller Creek School District)

• A downtown option is available at Parkside Children's Center next to Albert Field

• Open to youth ages 5-11

‍♀The Terra Linda Pool is now open for the 2026 season!

It's time for swim season! The Terra Linda Pool is now open, with swim availability beginning most weekdays at 6:30AM.

Swimmers aged 12 and older may use the pool during lap swim times. During the early spring, the pool be will be open for lap swim/water walking and specific programming such as Lifeguard Training, and pool rentals such as the Terra Linda Orca Swim Team.

Fees for the early spring season, along with the pool schedule can be found on the website at www.cityofsanafael.org/pools. Fees and hours will adjust in April when the pool transitions to the later spring season.

The San Rafael Fire Department is preparing to conduct a prescribed pile burn on San Rafael Hill as part of our ongoing vegetation management and wildfire mitigation efforts. This important work is one component of a broader strategy to reduce hazardous fuels in our open spaces and strengthen protection for the surrounding neighborhoods and communities adjacent to this area.

Why it matters: Over time, dead vegetation and accumulated brush increase wildfire risk and fire intensity. By conducting carefully planned and professionally managed pile burns, we can safely remove excess fuels under controlled conditions. This proactive approach helps reduce the likelihood of large, fast-moving wildfires and supports healthier, more resilient open space ecosystems.

What you need to know: Prescribed pile burning has been moved to between March 18 and April 3, weather permitting. All burn operations are dependent on favorable conditions, including appropriate humidity levels, wind speeds, and air quality considerations, to ensure safe and effective implementation. If conditions are not ideal, operations will be rescheduled to prioritize public safety and environmental responsibility. This project is funded through Measure C.

Sign up for Alert Marin's prescribed burning notifications to be notified when prescribed burning happens near your home.

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